District Fire Official

Palm Beach State College•Lake Worth, TX

1d•$69,593•Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for administration and inspection of College facilities and construction projects to ensure compliance with county and state fire codes. Inspects equipment, buildings, grounds, and new construction; issuing applicable certifications and reports, providing assistance with construction documents, plan reviews, and permits, and providing expertise to staff, contractors, consultants and vendors.

Requirements

Associate’s degree
Minimum of four years related experience
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Professional or similar application
Knowledge of Policies, procedures, and outside regulations pertaining to the position
Skilled in attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management
Skilled in performing with a high degree of accuracy
Ability to interpret blueprint and related symbols
Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing on a regular basis with internal and external customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations and take responsibility for a high level of service
Regular physical attendance required
Florida Certified Fire Safety Inspector I
Valid Florida driver’s license

Responsibilities

Conducts construction inspections for compliance with the most current versions of the Florida Fire Prevention Code and Florida Building Code.
Provides specialized work on all aspects of fire safety, fire prevention and other areas of life safety.
Submits inspection reports to the state followed with itemized, separate work orders for each campus to address deficiencies.
Provides annual and pre-event life safety and fire compliance plan reviews and inspections for all "Assembly" occupancies including, but not limited to, outdoor events, tents, sporting events, job fairs, and political rallies.
Researches and reviews building specifications for code compliance.
Conducts life safety and fire plan reviews for facilities construction projects.
Monitors various projects to ensure maximum effectiveness and compliance.
Coordinates with local fire departments to ensure compliance and cooperation for any requested facilities inspections.
Follows established safety practices.
Maintains and performs in a safe workplace.
Maintains current knowledge of field or profession.
Travels to training workshops, conferences, meetings and professional events outside of college locations, as needed.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.